Family Worship
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How to Spend Sunday
By F.B. Meyer0EXO 20:8DEU 5:12PSA 100:2PSA 118:24PRO 22:6ISA 58:13MAT 18:20EPH 6:4COL 3:16HEB 10:24F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of spending Sundays meaningfully, sharing personal memories of his own joyful Sundays spent with family. He advocates for family unity, encouraging parents to involve their children in spiritual practices like family prayers and Bible readings, rather than relegating them to separate activities. Meyer highlights the significance of creating a joyful atmosphere filled with singing and shared meals, which fosters lasting memories and spiritual growth. He warns against self-indulgence and criticizes the tendency to prioritize personal leisure over family engagement on this sacred day. Ultimately, he calls for a Sunday that nurtures reverence, joy, and togetherness, shaping a foundation for a fulfilling week ahead.
The Family Altar
By David Wilkerson0DEU 6:6EPH 6:4HEB 10:25David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of the 'family altar' in nurturing spiritual growth within the home, addressing the common complaint among Christians about the lack of good churches. He challenges listeners to consider their role as spiritual leaders in their families, urging them to mediate for their loved ones before God. Wilkerson reflects on his own upbringing, where family prayer was a central practice, and encourages families to create a church-like environment at home to meet their spiritual needs. He asserts that when families take on this priestly role, they can find fulfillment and connection with God, regardless of the church they attend.
Religion in the Home
By J.R. Miller0DEU 6:6J.R. Miller emphasizes the significance of religion in the home, asserting that true household religion goes beyond regular family devotions to encompass love and kindness in daily interactions. He highlights the importance of daily family worship as a source of protection and unity, while also stressing that love must be actively expressed among family members to create a nurturing environment. Miller warns against the tendency to neglect warmth and tenderness in familial relationships, urging families to cultivate a loving atmosphere that reflects their faith. He encourages thoughtful preparation for family worship to make it engaging and meaningful, ensuring that it becomes a cherished part of family life. Ultimately, he calls for a balance of devotion and genuine love to foster a truly Christian home.
Family Worship
By A.W. Pink0A.W. Pink emphasizes the critical importance of family worship, drawing on biblical examples such as Abraham, Joshua, and Timothy to illustrate the necessity of leading one's household in prayer and instruction. He argues that the lack of explicit commands in Scripture regarding family worship does not diminish its obligation, as it reveals the true state of our hearts and our love for God. Pink warns of the dire consequences for families that neglect this duty, equating them with the heathen, and stresses that family worship should be a daily practice, conducted with reverence and simplicity. He concludes that the blessings of family worship are immeasurable, fostering spiritual growth and unity within the household.
All These Were Under the Hands of Their Father
By F.B. Meyer01CH 25:5F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of a harmonious family life centered around worship and music, as exemplified by the family of Heman, who contributed to the Temple service. He highlights the role of parents in nurturing their children as gifts from God, stressing that a home filled with praise and prayer fosters a strong bond among family members. Meyer encourages parents to recognize their influence on their children's character and the necessity of maintaining authority within the home. He also notes that those who are under authority can lead effectively, drawing a parallel between familial and spiritual leadership.